Researching the Salem Witch Trials
Arthur Miller's play The Crucible is set in Salem massachusetts during the witch trials of 1692. Miller uses characters from the historical witch trials in his play.
1. Select a character from the following list and research his/her role in the actual Salem Witch Trials.
2. Fill out the distributed chart - making sure you cite your sources.
3. Write a biography of your chosen character using proper in-text citations - you must integrate two direct quotations from your research into your paragraph AND you must cite any
paraphrases of information you use in your paragraph. (Basically, you have to take your information from your chart and put it into a coherent paragraph describing your character).
4. Create a works cited page (you can use the Noodletools site available on the library website)
You must use AT LEAST TWO sources, one of your sources must be from the databases available through the library website.
Choose 1 of the following characters to focus on your research
John Proctor
Mary Warren
Abigail Williams
Thomas Danforth
Elizabeth (Betty)Parris
Rebecca Nurse
Samuel Parris
Martha Corey
John Hale
Susannah Martin
Elizabeth Proctor
Sarah Good
Giles Corey
John Putnam
Tituba
FOCUS
Selecting information and other material appropriate to purpose from a variety of sources
Recording information accurately and completely
Documenting reference sources to avoid plagiarism
Evaluating sources and assessing information
RESOURCES Databases
Web Resources The Crucible
A literature study guide for the play, "The Crucible," by Arthur Miller is made up of multiple sections that can all be accessed from the opening page. You will find sections that provide you with background information on the play, the plot overview, a character list, and analyses of the major characters. There is a summary and analysis for each Act of the play, the important quotations are explained, and the key facts are listed. Study questions, essay topics, and a quiz are available for you as well.
The Crucible
You will find an overview of Arthur Miller's "The Crucible" on the opening page of this literature guide. The guide contains a brief summary of the play that introduces you to a series of summaries of the play's four Acts. It also discusses the themes in the play, lists important quotes, and analyzes each character. You will discover the literary devices used in the play, study questions available by theme, and even a slide show of related images.
The Crucible
Jump to any page of this literature study guide for Arthur Miller's play, "The Crucible," by using the interactive outline found on the opening page. You will find a summary of the play, a biography of Arthur Miller, information about the play, and a character list. There is a summary and analysis for each scene of each of the play's Acts, a character map, and character analyses. The study guide includes critical essays and study and homework help as well.
Arthur Miller's The Crucible
A guide to Arthur Miller's "The Crucible" provides a wide range of information that goes beyond the play itself. You will find information on Arthur Miller, a discussion of the playwright's perspective, a synopsis, and a list of characters. There are also descriptions of the major themes of the play, discussion questions related to the historical perspectives, and even background information on Puritans, witch craft, the Salem hangings, and McCarthyism. Descriptions of the setting and a discussion on the play's symbolism can be found as well.
The Crucible
Following the detailed plot summary in this study guide you will find a list of characters from Arthur Miller's play, "The Crucible." You will also find a description of the setting, learn about the source of inspiration for the play, and learn about the play's link to McCarthyism. The symbols found in the play are explained along with the themes and the climax. A discussion on Puratism is also included along with a list of Salem residents who were executed.
Print Resources
Drama for Students: presenting analysis, context, and criticism on commonly studied dramas REF 808.82 DRA
Readings on The Crucible 812.52 REA
The Salem Witch Trials 133.4 RIC
The Crucible
Researching the Salem Witch TrialsArthur Miller's play The Crucible is set in Salem massachusetts during the witch trials of 1692. Miller uses characters from the historical witch trials in his play.
1. Select a character from the following list and research his/her role in the actual Salem Witch Trials.
2. Fill out the distributed chart - making sure you cite your sources.
3. Write a biography of your chosen character using proper in-text citations - you must integrate two direct quotations from your research into your paragraph AND you must cite any
paraphrases of information you use in your paragraph. (Basically, you have to take your information from your chart and put it into a coherent paragraph describing your character).
4. Create a works cited page (you can use the Noodletools site available on the library website)
You must use AT LEAST TWO sources, one of your sources must be from the databases available through the library website.
Choose 1 of the following characters to focus on your research
FOCUS
Selecting information and other material appropriate to purpose from a variety of sources
Recording information accurately and completely
Documenting reference sources to avoid plagiarism
Evaluating sources and assessing information
RESOURCES
Databases
Web Resources
The Crucible
A literature study guide for the play, "The Crucible," by Arthur Miller is made up of multiple sections that can all be accessed from the opening page. You will find sections that provide you with background information on the play, the plot overview, a character list, and analyses of the major characters. There is a summary and analysis for each Act of the play, the important quotations are explained, and the key facts are listed. Study questions, essay topics, and a quiz are available for you as well.
The Crucible
You will find an overview of Arthur Miller's "The Crucible" on the opening page of this literature guide. The guide contains a brief summary of the play that introduces you to a series of summaries of the play's four Acts. It also discusses the themes in the play, lists important quotes, and analyzes each character. You will discover the literary devices used in the play, study questions available by theme, and even a slide show of related images.
The Crucible
Jump to any page of this literature study guide for Arthur Miller's play, "The Crucible," by using the interactive outline found on the opening page. You will find a summary of the play, a biography of Arthur Miller, information about the play, and a character list. There is a summary and analysis for each scene of each of the play's Acts, a character map, and character analyses. The study guide includes critical essays and study and homework help as well.
Arthur Miller's The Crucible
A guide to Arthur Miller's "The Crucible" provides a wide range of information that goes beyond the play itself. You will find information on Arthur Miller, a discussion of the playwright's perspective, a synopsis, and a list of characters. There are also descriptions of the major themes of the play, discussion questions related to the historical perspectives, and even background information on Puritans, witch craft, the Salem hangings, and McCarthyism. Descriptions of the setting and a discussion on the play's symbolism can be found as well.
The Crucible
Following the detailed plot summary in this study guide you will find a list of characters from Arthur Miller's play, "The Crucible." You will also find a description of the setting, learn about the source of inspiration for the play, and learn about the play's link to McCarthyism. The symbols found in the play are explained along with the themes and the climax. A discussion on Puratism is also included along with a list of Salem residents who were executed.
Print Resources
Drama for Students: presenting analysis, context, and criticism on commonly studied dramas REF 808.82 DRA
Readings on The Crucible 812.52 REA
The Salem Witch Trials 133.4 RIC